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Nation & World

As deportation protections end, Haitians confront fear and uncertainty  

As deportation protections end, Haitians confront fear and uncertainty  

  • David Hood-Nuño, Maria Tsvetkova, Bianca Flowers and Kristina Cooke Reuters

The Supreme Court ruling sent fear through Haitian communities in places like South Florida and New York, where TPS holders have spent years building lives on an uncertain legal foundation.

US dubs theology students as non-professional, limits loan amounts

US dubs theology students as non-professional, limits loan amounts

  • Marc Ramirez and Medora Lee USA Today

The change came after a federal judge issued a court order temporarily blocking a Trump administration rule that reclassified graduate degrees in nursing and other fields as nonprofessional.

War redrew the US southern border. The culture never surrendered.

War redrew the US southern border. The culture never surrendered.

  • LAUREN VILLAGRAN USA Today

The border's journey to its current location is the story of a nation that swallowed up Native American tribes, Spanish descendants and Mexican citizens in its hunger to grow.

Trump Jr.'s 'Amazon of guns' could make millions under new proposed firearm rule  

Trump Jr.'s 'Amazon of guns' could make millions under new proposed firearm rule  

  • Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff Reuters

Donald Trump Jr., a GrabAGun investor, could benefit from a new administration proposal allowing home delivery of firearms.

Museums and parks fight to preserve America's troubled history 

Museums and parks fight to preserve America's troubled history 

  • Bianca Flowers and David Hood-Nuño Reuters

A federal appeals court ruled last month that the Trump administration could remove and replace an exhibit about slavery.

South Korean shops turn to robots, self-service to escape labor woes

South Korean shops turn to robots, self-service to escape labor woes

  • Jungmin Ryu and Brenda Goh Reuters

Unstaffed coffee shops, ramen eateries and flower outlets are spreading across South Korea as owners turn to robots and self-service to overcome rising labor costs.

Humans and great apes show similar rhythmic pattern in laughter

Humans and great apes show similar rhythmic pattern in laughter

  • Will Dunham Reuters

While laughing seems uniquely human, it is not. Researchers now have compared laughter in humans to laughter in the various great apes — chimpanzees, bonobos, gorillas and orangutans.

Transgender people finding it hard to win at US Supreme Court

Transgender people finding it hard to win at US Supreme Court

    Legal experts said the ruling, represented another setback for transgender people fighting a growing array of state and federal restrictions targeting them — and for gay rights more generally.

    Supreme Court takeaways: Wins for conservatives, some Trump limits

    Supreme Court takeaways: Wins for conservatives, some Trump limits

      Here are the takeaways on the court's record during the latest term.

      Here are the 10 wealthiest suburbs in America

      Here are the 10 wealthiest suburbs in America

        A new ranking of the nation's wealthiest suburbs, as measured by household income, finds much of America's wealth concentrated in a few metropolitan areas.

        Mysterious, fabled sea creature reeled onto California fishing boat

        Mysterious, fabled sea creature reeled onto California fishing boat

          A fishing trip of the California coast last week produced an extraordinary catch: a type of octopus that constructs its own shell to ride ocean currents.

          How do Americans feel about the country and vision of the Founders?

          How do Americans feel about the country and vision of the Founders?

            Americans have not rejected the Founders’ ideals. Rather, many believe government has drifted away from them.

            Ex-US Olympian indicted over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism

            Ex-US Olympian indicted over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism

              The indictment accuses David Hearn of "maliciously" breaking or destroying lining material on the bottom of the landmark on June 19.

              Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are already married, New York Post's Page Six reports

              Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are already married, New York Post's Page Six reports

                Fencing is up, streets are closed and all signs point to a lavish celebration for the megastars in New York City this weekend.

                Local News

                Partnership for Young Children concludes role as area referral agency

                Partnership for Young Children concludes role as area referral agency

                The Iredell County Partnership for Young Children announced the conclusion of its role as the Region 9 Child Care Resource & Referral agency.

                About 3,500 lose power in McDowell County; cooling station open Thursday evening

                About 3,500 lose power in McDowell County; cooling station open Thursday evening

                Due to the extreme heat, a cooling station is open at the McDowell Senior Center, located at 100 Spaulding Road, Marion. 

                Revolutionary battle won by Patriots in NC was significant win after fall of Charleston

                Revolutionary battle won by Patriots in NC was significant win after fall of Charleston

                “It was an absolute blitz," one of the museum staff said about the Battle of Ramsour's Mill in Lincoln County.

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for July 2

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for July 2

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                State & Regional

                History mystery: One of first printed Declarations of Independence vanished from Old Salem

                History mystery: One of first printed Declarations of Independence vanished from Old Salem

                “It is entirely possible that one day we will find it, and every once in a while, when we're bored with whatever project we're on and need a break, we go on a little wild goose chase down here and start looking."

                Three takeaways from UNC Tar Heels EA Sports College Football 27 ratings

                Three takeaways from UNC Tar Heels EA Sports College Football 27 ratings

                As the college football season nears, EA Sports’ College Football 27 is set for release. 

                Hornets NBA free agency watch: All is quiet following LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges trades

                Hornets NBA free agency watch: All is quiet following LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges trades

                It was already evident based on the activity of the past week. Even though free agency tipped off at 6 p.m. Tuesday, officially giving NBA teams the green light to fire up negotiations with anyone whose contract expired at the end of the league’s fiscal year, the Charlotte Hornets began things on the sideline. With their roster shakeup still fresh from the trades sending previous core members ...

                Carolina Panthers get absolutely shafted in NFL uniform rankings

                Carolina Panthers get absolutely shafted in NFL uniform rankings

                Maybe the Carolina Panthers aren't one of the more popular or successful franchises in the NFL.

                Nation & World

                As deportation protections end, Haitians confront fear and uncertainty  

                As deportation protections end, Haitians confront fear and uncertainty  

                The Supreme Court ruling sent fear through Haitian communities in places like South Florida and New York, where TPS holders have spent years building lives on an uncertain legal foundation.

                US dubs theology students as non-professional, limits loan amounts

                US dubs theology students as non-professional, limits loan amounts

                The change came after a federal judge issued a court order temporarily blocking a Trump administration rule that reclassified graduate degrees in nursing and other fields as nonprofessional.

                War redrew the US southern border. The culture never surrendered.

                War redrew the US southern border. The culture never surrendered.

                The border's journey to its current location is the story of a nation that swallowed up Native American tribes, Spanish descendants and Mexican citizens in its hunger to grow.

                Trump Jr.'s 'Amazon of guns' could make millions under new proposed firearm rule  

                Trump Jr.'s 'Amazon of guns' could make millions under new proposed firearm rule  

                Donald Trump Jr., a GrabAGun investor, could benefit from a new administration proposal allowing home delivery of firearms.

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                Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

                Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

                About 3,500 lose power in McDowell County; cooling station open Thursday evening

                About 3,500 lose power in McDowell County; cooling station open Thursday evening

                War redrew the US southern border. The culture never surrendered.

                War redrew the US southern border. The culture never surrendered.

                Shopping

                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

                Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

                Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

                Affiliate content. Learn how to tell if your home has a humidity problem and what you can do to fix it. 

                Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

                Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

                Affiliate content. Learn about the most common problems for basement HVAC equipment and how to fix them. 

                Farmhouse to Modern Comfort: HVAC Solutions for the Midwest's Oldest Homes

                Farmhouse to Modern Comfort: HVAC Solutions for the Midwest's Oldest Homes

                Affiliate content. Learn how modern HVAC systems can be integrated into even the oldest Midwest homes. 

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                The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

                The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

                Contributor content. The real reason crypto matters for merchants is math. Crypto transactions often cost less than a penny.

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                Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

                Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

                Provided content. Rising costs, limited supply, and shifting priorities are making starter homes harder to find.

                Crime

                Can you be arrested for denying your pet vet care? Here’s what NC law says

                Can you be arrested for denying your pet vet care? Here’s what NC law says

                The arrest of a Raleigh man for allegedly denying his dog emergency surgery highlights a facet of North Carolina law that classifies failure to provide such care as animal cruelty. 

                2 Statesville men face federal charges after 25 pit bulls rescued from dog fighting kennel

                2 Statesville men face federal charges after 25 pit bulls rescued from dog fighting kennel

                “It’s unbelievable people still engage in dog fighting activities,” U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson said.

                Hickory Gold King store owner faces federal charge; accused of selling $580,000 in stolen goods

                Hickory Gold King store owner faces federal charge; accused of selling $580,000 in stolen goods

                The U.S. attorney’s office said the stolen items were sold to customers throughout the United States and multiple other countries.

                Person impersonating police pulled over driver in McDowell County, sheriff's office says

                Person impersonating police pulled over driver in McDowell County, sheriff's office says

                The suspect was reportedly armed with a firearm, taser and handcuffs and unlawfully searched both the driver and the vehicle.

                Politics

                NC budget bill ends one incentive for data centers, keeps other tax breaks

                NC budget bill ends one incentive for data centers, keeps other tax breaks

                The General Assembly estimates this will save the state $21.4 million in the upcoming fiscal year, which began Wednesday.

                NC lawmakers want to use AI to boost student performance. Will it help?

                NC lawmakers want to use AI to boost student performance. Will it help?

                Republican state lawmakers could award $5 million in no-bid contracts to use AI for the purpose of providing tutoring support to students. 

                Tar Heels, Wolfpack, Mountaineers set for major revenue boost from sports wagering tax revenue

                Tar Heels, Wolfpack, Mountaineers set for major revenue boost from sports wagering tax revenue

                Senate Bill 257 would permit the N.C. State and UNC Chapel Hill athletic departments to participate for the first time in the tax revenue distribution that could reach up to $5.8 million each. Also potentially eligible for up to $5.8 million is Appalachian State, East Carolina and UNC Charlotte.

                McDowell County commissioners OK budget: 3% raise for employees, no increase in school funding

                McDowell County commissioners OK budget: 3% raise for employees, no increase in school funding

                The commissioners also voted to put a sales tax increase on the ballot this fall.

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